The Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda is a legendary action-adventure video game series created by Nintendo. Following the adventures of Link as he rescues Princess Zelda and saves the kingdom of Hyrule from various threats, the series is renowned for its exploration, puzzle-solving, and epic storytelling.

Category
Game
Release Year
1986
Origin
Japan
Tags
video game
adventure
Nintendo
fantasy
exploration
puzzle
action
RPG

Detailed Overview Information

Basic Information

Full Name
The Legend of Zelda
Aliases
Not specified
Type
video-game
Release Year
1986
Status
Active franchise with regular new releases
Origin
Japan
Region
Not specified

Creation Information

Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
video-game
Genre
video game, adventure, Nintendo, fantasy, exploration, puzzle, action, RPG

Content Information

Synopsis
The Legend of Zelda is a legendary action-adventure video game series created by Nintendo. Following the adventures of Link as he rescues Princess Zelda and saves the kingdom of Hyrule from various threats, the series is renowned for its exploration, puzzle-solving, and epic storytelling.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
video game, adventure, Nintendo, fantasy, exploration, puzzle, action, RPG
Target Audience
Not specified

Media Forms

Original Medium
Video Game
Adaptations
Manga, Animated series, Comics, Books
Merchandise
Figures, Clothing, Collectibles, Music albums, Art books
Cross Media
Amiibo figures, Theme park attractions, Concerts, Art exhibitions

Commercial Information

Book Sales
Millions of manga and guide books sold
Box Office
N/A (video game series)
Critical Reception
Universally acclaimed, industry-defining series
Audience Reception
Beloved by gamers worldwide, cultural phenomenon
Awards
Countless Game of the Year awards, industry recognition
Merchandise Revenue
Billions in global sales across all media

Fan Culture

Fanbase Size
Millions of dedicated fans worldwide
Demographics
All ages, primarily gamers, fantasy enthusiasts
Community Platforms
Reddit, Discord, YouTube, Twitch, Nintendo forums
Fan Creations
Fan art, Music covers, ROM hacks, Theories, Speedruns
Conventions
E3, Nintendo Direct, Gaming conventions, Fan gatherings
Fandom Characteristics
Theory crafting, Speedrunning, Music appreciation, Lore discussions

Historical Development

Creation Background
Miyamoto wanted to create a game about exploration and adventure
Major Milestones
1986: Original Legend of Zelda released, 1991: A Link to the Past defines series formula, 1998: Ocarina of Time revolutionizes 3D gaming, 2017: Breath of the Wild redefines open-world gaming, 2023: Tears of the Kingdom pushes boundaries further
Cultural Impact
Defined action-adventure genre, influenced countless games
Legacy
One of the most influential video game series of all time